What is the cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Gatwick Airport via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

The distance between Chelmsford and Gatwick is 60 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chelmsford to Gatwick without a car?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Gatwick train from?

Chelmsford to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Gatwick train arrive?

Chelmsford to Gatwick train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Gatwick is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Chelmsford to Gatwick.

Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 1098+ hotels available in Gatwick.

Chelmsford to Gatwick - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 344 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chelmsford to Gatwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
1h 31m
£30–49
Drive 60.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chelmsford to Gatwickcar 60.1 mi
1h 2m
£15–22
Train, line 344 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Clapham Junction Stationbus 344
3. Take the bus from Redhill Bus Station to Povey Cross Road Eastbus 100
3h 8m
£27–41

Chelmsford to Gatwick by train and bus

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1h 31mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.5 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Chelmsford, England and Gatwick, England?

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Povey Cross Road East via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street Station, London Bridge Bus Station, London Bridge, Gatwick Airport, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 1h 31m.

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